[DML] Re: regulator problem vin 3579.

["Alan Roberts" <twodelo2@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Two things go check.  First measure the voltage at the output of the alternator...if it is correct (above 13 volts) then start looking for bad grounds and + 12 volt connections.  

Checking the alternator output (from its output terminal to the case of the alternator)  will show the condition of the alternator.  After that bad grounds or + 12 connections will show as voltage loss.  My favorite suggestion is, after the alternator is eliminated as a problem, measure the voltage between the case of the alternator and a ground point in the car...if you see anything above one or two tenths of a volt, then start looking for bad grounds.  This is best looked for with a system load...lights on or lights and a/c on with the motor running.  All will be revealed.

Al 
Al Roberts
twodelo2@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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